The ACPS Learning Technology Team is thrilled to announce two exciting professional development series: leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and getting to know WeVideo, our new video editing platform. By integrating AI and media storytelling into your instruction, you can offer students an engaging and inclusive learning experience! We look forward to having you join these enriching professional development series! Continue reading
Volume 1, Issue 15
Attention non-exempt 10- and 11-month employees! Is your budget ready for summer? Enjoy summer break without worry. Start your dedicated summer savings account today to cover expenses while school is out. ACPS has partnered with UVA Community Credit Union to help you get started! Please see the flyer below for details or join one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more: Continue reading
Have you taken 5 minutes to complete our 2024 Employee Engagement Survey? On Monday, March 4, all non-temporary employees received an email directly from Gallup containing a unique link to participate in Gallup’s Q12 Employee Engagement Survey. We are asking all employees to complete the survey by Friday, March 22. We’re aiming for a 100% participation rate! Every employee who completes the survey is helping ACPS to create a more supportive working environment for all employees. Continue reading
BeWell Albemarle has launched a new wellness incentive program, BeWell Bucks: Invest in Your Health Wealth! Issue 1 of BeWell Bucks tackles annual physicals and wellness exams and preventive care. You’ll also find answers to frequently asked questions about these topics. You can access Issue 1 of BeWell Bucks using the file below or on BeWell Albemarle’s SharePoint site. Continue reading
The Department of Technology is seeking facilitators for this summer’s ACPS Coding Camp. ACPS Coding Camp is a coding academy that provides Albemarle County Public Schools elementary and middle school students with opportunities for creativity, innovation and fun.
ACPS Coding Camp provides the perfect opportunity to practice integrating our Computer Science and Digital Learning Integration Standards of Learning in a low-risk environment. Facilitators who participate in required professional development days and at least one session of ACPS Coding Camp will receive fair compensation and 20 recertification points. Continue reading
Superintendent Haas will host the second All-Welcome Meeting on Friday, March 29, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Monticello High School Forum. These gatherings provide a unique opportunity for employees to engage directly with the superintendent and executive staff, gaining insights into the latest developments, initiatives, and future plans of the school system. All employees are welcome! If you plan to attend on March 29, please RSVP by Friday, March 22. Continue reading
ACPS Educators: The Shannon Foundation is now accepting grant applications from Charlottesville City and Albemarle County public school teachers for imaginative, innovative, student-centered projects for the 2024-25 school year. The online application is available on the Shannon Foundation’s Grants page. The deadline to apply is April 17, 2024. Continue reading
Volume 1, Issue 14
Elementary & Middle School Teachers: As we prepare to deploy Lexia in schools, the company is offering two in-person professional learning opportunities for ACPS educators. Lexia will offer in-person training this Thursday, March 7, and on Friday, March 29. The in-person training is not required, but it offers a chance to ask questions and receive Lexia’s traditional online training in a more personal way. Both trainings will take place at Center I, as follows: Continue reading